Awesome Sports

Surfers, skateboarders, basejumpers and deep-sea divers have nothing on these guys – masters of freestyle walking. Think of them as modern-day descendants of the Ministry of Silly Walks.

There are some sweet moves in this 3 minute video of Paul Basagoitia dirt jumping at his property, shot from a Canon 7d mounted on a RC chopper (Trex 700). Slightly NSFW soundtrack.

We’re pretty sure this isn’t official MLB merch, but this zombie-meets-baseball bat t-shirt hits it out of the park. Grab one quick – Teefury only has ’em until the end of the day (6/26).

This 2004 TV ad for the Guardian pokes fun at soccer players propensity to overreact to physical (and sometimes non-existent) contact to catch the referee’s attention or to milk the clock.

Everyone knows Andy Murray is good at tennis, but did you know how accurate he really is? The tricks in this ad are obviously fake, but it’s entertaining nonetheless. Tennis skeet shooting FTW!

The Suunto Core Wristop Computer Watch has built-in temperature gauges, altimeter, barometer and compass; it’ll also let you know when it’s time to watch the sunset after a long day of activity.

The stylish Chalk ping pong table by studio Aruliden for Puma features a chalkboard surface to record trash talk scores and convenient drink compartment underneath. Available this month.

You have to be really daring, or really stupid to inline skate jump off of the Eiffel Tower, but that’s exactly what Taïg Khris did this weekend, setting a new world record with this 40-meter jump.

ID student Adam Wendel’s Immersed Senses scuba helmet changes the way the diver sees, hears, and breathes underwater, allowing better integration into the surrounding environment.

This flowing video from Latvian talent Andrew Skuryat is 14+ minutes with some NSFW music, but you’ll want to watch it all to see some impressive athleticism, free running and parkour moves.

The Interactive Punching Bag from Domyos has a patented system of LED lights that illuminates as you hit the targets and 10 training programs. On certain days it might be perfect for the office.

The helmet-mounted Tunebug Shake creates a wireless surround sound experience so that bikers, skateboarders and skiers can enjoy their favorite music and still be aware of their surroundings.

We’re pretty skeptical about walking on water, what with that whole gravity thing, but the guys here don’t seem to care; they’re inventing the next new sport and calling it liquid mountaineering.

Nike’s ergonomic concept Straphand pedometer by Valentin Sollier is worn around the palm and includes a network connection with USB dock for users to compare their performances worldwide.

Two-dimensional skateboarders ride, grind and yes, spill in this wonderful stop-motion animation by Tilles Singer, made using magazine cut-outs as well as digital pictures.

Sustainability, style and skateboarding come together in the Harvest collection by Japanese artist Haroshi, featuring beautiful woodcraft and accessories made out of used skateboard decks.

Athletic Propulsion Labs Concept 1 basketball shoe is made from space-age materials, including a special technology designed to give your vertical leap an instant boost. Up, up and away!

With the R9 Supertri’s sleek looking head, aerodynamic shape and 24 different ways to alter the face angle, you’ll outhit all your buddies off the tee box and look cool doing it.

Designed by Luca Shieppati for Lamiflex, the Ciclotte exercise bike defies convention, giving those who ride it a workout while showing off their keen eye for modern style.

This Launch trailer for MLB 10: The Show is all-show, not that we’re complaining: available 3/2/10, it includes a new camera system, new, more realistic stadiums, and custom music.

It’s designed for athletes, but the Puma Phone also pleases gadget-hounds with a built-in solar panel, dual still and video cameras, HSPA connectivity, and 2.8″ touchscreen.

Air Jordan and Cole Haan collaborate with an ultra-clean Silver Anniversary Duffle & UNC Jersey combo; both sport white and silver colorways and are limited to 500 pieces each.

Each VIP Kicker Foosball Table is made out of stainless steel, aluminum, ESG glass, and veneered wood, but here’s the kicker: the Crystal Edition tops out with 151,000 Swarovski crystals.